What To Do After a Slip and Fall Injury

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What you need to know

• After a slip and fall, the biggest mistake is thinking, “I’m probably fine
• ” [B-roll: person slipping in a store aisle, then pausing and looking confused] If you wait too long, you can lose the evidence that helps explain what happened
• First, get medical attention right away if you’re hurt

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After a slip and fall, the biggest mistake is thinking, “I’m probably fine.” [B-roll: person slipping in a store aisle, then pausing and looking confused] If you wait too long, you can lose the evidence that helps explain what happened.

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KEY POINT 1

First, get medical attention right away if you’re hurt. [B-roll: urgent care check-in, ice pack on ankle] Even if the pain seems minor, injuries like sprains, head injuries, or back pain can show up later.

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A medical record also documents that the fall caused your injuries.

KEY POINT 2

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Second, report the incident before you leave. [B-roll: employee filling out an incident report] Ask for a copy of the report, or at least the report number and the manager’s name.

Keep your description simple and factual: where you fell, what you slipped on, and when it happened.

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